Ancestral Skills for a Sustainable Modern Life
How to Make Beef Jerky at Home
Beef jerky is more than just a modern snack you grab at a convenience store. It’s an ancient method of preserving meat, one that has provided long-lasting sustenance for travelers, soldiers, and hunters throughout history. From indigenous peoples in the Americas to Mongol horsemen…
Verde Sauce: A Medieval Recipe with a Modern Twist
Have you ever wondered what to do with that loaf of stale bread? In medieval times, life was dictated by the seasons and the availability of resources. Nothing went to waste, and every ingredient had a purpose. The culinary practices of the period reflected…
DIY Cheese Making: How Our Ancestors Did It
Cheese, one of the oldest and most beloved foods worldwide, has a rich and diverse history dating back thousands of years. The art of cheese making, which began as a preservation technique in the warm climates of the Middle East, has evolved over time,…
January 17th – National Hot Buttered Rum Day
January 17th is National Hot Buttered Rum Day! It’s cold outside. Good thing you thought ahead, planned for ample firewood, stocked your larders, and made sure to have a plentiful store of RUM to keep the blood invigorated. While modern science tells us that…